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AFE 525X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,428 mi
Last recorded56,428 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFE 525X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 56,428 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 54,854 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 53,412 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 53,387 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2022 53,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 52,939 miles

Front Steering column universal joint modified, but not inappropriately lower steering column bushe slightly worn (2.1.3 (f) (i))

advise : slight play in both front inner steering arms

Pass 8 Jun 2020 52,555 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 52,507 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 52,472 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tr 7?

Based on 26,315 MOT tests across 3,030 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
3,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,278
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,128
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,118
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 976
fog lamp not working 719
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AFE 525X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tr 7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFE 525X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tr 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFE 525X?

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What year was AFE 525X registered?

AFE 525X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is AFE 525X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFE 525X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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